2003 Jaguar XK vs. 1964 Jaguar MK 10
To start off, 2003 Jaguar XK is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar MK 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar MK 10 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar MK 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1964 Jaguar MK 10. (265 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1964 Jaguar MK 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar MK 10 weights approximately 313 kg more than 2003 Jaguar XK.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jaguar MK 10. (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jaguar MK 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar XK | 1964 Jaguar MK 10 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XK | MK 10 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3994 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |
